Hangzhou West Lake Poetry
Poetic West Lake mornings, Lingyin Temple serenity, and Longjing tea fields — Hangzhou in its gentlest form.
Days
2 days
Budget
1,600 CNY
Style
Relaxed
Destination
Hangzhou
NatureCultureSlow Travel
Trip overview
- West Lake & Lingyin Temple
- Tea Fields & Hefang Street
Best time to visit
March–May and September–November are perfect. Plum blossoms bloom in February; lotus flowers peak in July.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 · West Lake & Lingyin Temple
- 🛶08:00West Lake boat ride & Broken Bridge
- ⛩️11:00Lingyin Temple & Feilai Peak carvings
- 🍵14:00Longjing Village tea tasting
- 🌅17:30Leifeng Pagoda sunset
- 🎭19:30Impression West Lake night show
- 🛶
Day 2 · Tea Fields & Hefang Street
- 🌿08:30Meijiawu tea plantation walk
- 🍵11:00China National Tea Museum
- 🛍️14:00Hefang Street souvenir shopping
- 🦆16:00Xixi National Wetland Park
- 🌿
Budget
Estimated total cost: 1,600 CNY for 2 days.
Includes accommodation, local transport, food, and activities. International flights not included.
Travel tips
- March–May and September–November are perfect. Plum blossoms bloom in February; lotus flowers peak in July.
- Carry local currency for small eateries and street food; cards are widely accepted in cities.
- Book popular restaurants in advance during peak season.
- Use public transit where possible — most stops in Hangzhou are tourist-friendly.
Recommended restaurants
🐟
Lou Wai Lou
West Lake vinegar fish · $$$
🥟
Zhi Wei Guan
Hangzhou snacks · $
🍵
Longjing Village teahouse
Farm-to-table · $$
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